The Jordaan - Discover hidden treasures in this funky Amsterdam area. The Jordaan has always had an atmosphere all of its own. With its narrow streets, picturesque canals and quaint little shops in mostly 17th century buildings, it is almost as if you have gone back in time. Second-hand shops and trendy boutiques make it a haven for students and artists. Many of the antiques dealers in the area specialize in art nouveau and art-deco items and will arrange shipping abroad for antique furniture.

Be sure to visit the antiques market De Looier on the Elandsgracht. Also, the Jordaan is a tempting route for a stroll. Just across the canal from the Anne Frank Huis, a sixminute walk west of Dam Square.

Every year in the third weekend of september the three-day musicfestival 'Het Jordaanfestival' is held. This just to be located on the Elandsgracht, but due to it's growing popularity had to move to a bigger location being de Appeltjesmarkt, just across from the Police Headquarters. This festival presents a great variety of Dutch artists and lots of typically Dutch songs.